Prof. Jonathan Grossman
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The chiastic structure of the Book of Esther serves a dual purpose. Firstly, it highlights the reversal of the events: Haman's plan to exterminate the...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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Ruth goes out to find a field where she can gather grain. From Naomi’s instructions and Boaz’s reassurance the reader understands what Ruth was facing in...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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When did Ruth join the Jewish people? Was she converted before she married Makhlon? Or only after she joined Naomi? Does her devotion to Naomi stem from...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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This lesson will discuss Naomi’s character, based on the biblical and midrashic texts. What is the attitude of the people of Bethlehem toward Naomi when...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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Boaz’s first words in the book are “Hashem imachem” – “God be with you.” This introduction describes Boaz’s deep religious conviction. Why does Boaz...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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The introduction to the character of Boaz highlights his relationship to Elimelekh, and the fact that he is a “Gibor chayil” – an important, moral, and...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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Names of biblical characters are often an integral part of the story. This lesson will explore the meaning of names in the Book of Ruth: Elimelekh,...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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Ruth the Moabite if s descendant of Lot, who chose to separate from Abraham and move to Sodom. While he escaped the fate of Sodom, his family adopted the...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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Elimelekh’s family descends to Moab, and the quick deterioration until the death of Mahalon and Kilyon raises the question whether this is the punishment...
Dr. Yael Ziegler
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The Book of Ruth references the era of the Judges – but to which judge, specifically, is the book referring? Midrashic text make various suggestions (Ehud...
